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Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult
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Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult

Get expert care for your Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult by completing a brief questionnaire and video consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Chat Visit

$30

w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

Virtual visit with clinician

Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your painful intercourse visit

Painful sex has real, identifiable causes — and real solutions. This visit creates a safe space to talk through what's happening and build a plan that restores comfort.

Sex has become painful, uncomfortable, or something you avoid

You feel burning, tightness, or pain during or after intercourse

Symptoms started after childbirth, menopause, or a hormonal change

You've noticed dryness or irritation that seems to be a contributing factor

You want to know if pelvic floor physical therapy could help

You're not sure whether the cause is physical, hormonal, or related to muscle tension

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

Emerald

“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

Kaylee

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with General Medicine! They are fast, responsive, kind and knowledgeable. It is much easier, more affordable and faster.”

Nika

Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes painful intercourse?

Common causes include vaginal dryness (from menopause, breastfeeding, or hormonal contraceptives), vaginismus (involuntary pelvic floor muscle spasm), vulvodynia, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts, interstitial cystitis, and insufficient arousal. Identifying the specific cause is essential — treatments differ widely.

Is painful intercourse normal or something I should have evaluated?

Painful intercourse is never something to simply accept. It significantly impacts quality of life and relationships and is frequently undertreated because many women feel embarrassed to raise it. A thorough clinical evaluation can identify the cause in most cases and guide appropriate, effective treatment.

How does pelvic floor physical therapy help with dyspareunia?

For dyspareunia caused by pelvic floor muscle tension, vaginismus, or post-surgical changes, pelvic PT is a highly effective first-line treatment. A specialized therapist assesses and treats muscle function, coordination, and sensitivity through manual techniques and progressive desensitization exercises.

Can hormonal treatment help with painful intercourse?

Yes — for dyspareunia caused by vaginal atrophy or dryness (particularly in menopausal or postpartum women), local vaginal estrogen, ospemifene, or DHEA (Intrarosa) can produce significant improvement. These are distinct from systemic HRT and are safe for most women.

What side effects are associated with dyspareunia treatments?

Vaginal estrogen is very well tolerated with minimal systemic absorption. Ospemifene may cause hot flashes. Pelvic PT has no physical side effects — some temporary soreness after sessions is normal. Dilator therapy requires patience and gradual progression. Treating endometriosis or other structural causes involves their respective treatment considerations. Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult visit What to expect from a Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) Consult visit
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